Hi everyone. I'm Sharon, I messed up putting my username in and put a code cp4t instead. Can't get it changed. Anyway, last night was my first night on and I asked questions about my metabolism being affected by my hours of work and about gout/Atkins. So far no responses Maybe I need to go to the main forum.

Anyway, it's great to read everyone's story; it helps so much. I'm beginning my 4th day now and am struggling with needing my chocolate after I eat. The low carb bars aren't that satisfying. However, so far today I have noticed a decrease in appetite, so maybe that will help. Going to GNC today to find lo-carb bars. Also, I miss ice cream. Any suggestions?

Hello Captain 4T !

Welcome to the forum.

Unfortunately it is my task to remind you that chocolates - lc and otherwise are not recommended during induction . Can you hang on for 10 more days?

I would check out the recipe threads - several people have come up with lc ice cream concoctions. There is also LeCarb ice cream ( - another treat for after induction.

Thanks Iowagirl for reply. Oh no! I've had 2 zero carb chocolate bars since I started. Will that mess me up? I thought I could have that or the low carb protein bars for a snack during induction as long as I didn't go over 20g carbs. Just got back from the store with some. I'll was hoping for a quick sweet tooth fix that I didn't have to make. I will have to look at some recipes.

The initial cravings are an unfortunate part of anything we are trying to break free of. If you stick with this and struggle through, the cravings will naturally decrease and you won't find such a need for sugar or chocolates.

I can relate completely to what you're going through, but you've got to want the healthier body more than you want the chocolate.

After induction, you can be a bit more lax. I don't do Atkin's, so I can't give exact advice on it, but I can say you've got to want this.

I'll tell you I've never felt better or looked better than when I lo-carb and you likely will be the same.

Good Luck!!! Stick it out!

Jeannie

Hi Sharon!
My instructor told me that for a quick fix on for a sweet tooth, you can have sugar free jello, with ready whip on top. So far its worked for me. I didn't buy the ready whip, but the jello alone works! Also my protien shakes fill my need for sweets!

Also, Sharon, try this if the cravings are too much to bear:

2 Tablespoons of cream cheese mixed with one packet of Equal (or one teaspoon of Splenda)
Sprinkle with cinnamon and enjoy. Super easy, tastes like cheese cake and is a terrific sweet tooth tamer.

Also try making your own sugar-free frozen pops out of Crystal light. These last a while and also help feel like you're having a great treat.

I have an 11 year old son trying to low carb and I've had to find ways to curb his sweet tooth. These help quite a bit.

Once again, best of luck on your new lo-carb, healthier life.

Jeannie